Job Description
Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is representing a leading national law firm seeking a skilled Associate or Counsel to join its Real Estate, Energy & Environmental Practice Group in Boston, Massachusetts.
The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience advising clients on environmental, land use, and real estate matters, with a strong command of Massachusetts environmental law and local permitting processes. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to complex regulatory and transactional work.
Key Responsibilities:
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Advise clients on land use, zoning, and environmental permitting under Massachusetts law.
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Counsel clients on environmental risks and liabilities in real estate and business transactions.
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Navigate complex local and state permitting and regulatory compliance matters.
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Provide strategic advice on environmental statutes, including RCRA and CERCLA, and handle agency enforcement actions.
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Support real estate transactions involving acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and development.
Qualifications:
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J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience in environmental and real estate law.
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Deep knowledge of Massachusetts environmental and land use regulations.
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Experience with RCRA, CERCLA, and agency enforcement actions preferred.
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Admission to the Massachusetts Bar required.
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Strong communication, drafting, and analytical skills.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced attorney seeking to deepen their practice in a collaborative and nationally recognized firm with a robust real estate and environmental platform.